Think a lot of games hit this stage where progress suddenly feels way more expensive than it used to be, and it can be really discouraging. At first you move fast and everything feels rewarding, then later every step feels like a grind. I’ve seen similar discussions in completely different communities too, where people debate whether to push forward or just slow down and enjoy things at their own pace. Even in other games, decisions like when to buy oneiric shard come down to the same feeling - is it worth it right now, or does it make more sense to wait and not stress about progress? Taking breaks and not forcing yourself to rush can honestly make the experience a lot healthier.